Creative Electronics Instructor

Arts Umbrella • Vancouver, BC

71d • Onsite

About The Position

Arts Umbrella is where young artists ages 2–22 cultivate their creativity in
Art, Design, Dance, Theatre, Music, and Film. As a non-profit organization for
arts education, we believe that art is powerful. Powerful enough to change a
child’s life in incredible ways. When young people connect with the arts, they
gain self-confidence, develop self-discipline, and discover creative
expression—qualities they carry with them for life. Arts Umbrella has two
locations in Vancouver and Surrey, as well as donor-funded programs at schools,
community centres, neighbourhood houses, and healthcare facilities across Metro
Vancouver. We serve nearly 20,000 young people every year, with 77%
participating in donor-funded programs.

In April 2021, Arts Umbrella moved into a new home on Granville Island. This
transformational opportunity allows us to further our vision for a better world
where all young lives are inspired to pursue a lifelong journey towards
self-expression, compassion, and humanity. It is our mission to be a leader in
arts education for young people; to build community and deliver profound life
experiences through our commitment to innovation, excellence, and inclusivity.
Arts Umbrella is an organization full of heart, where self-expression and
creativity are valued and nurtured.

Requirements

• Education in Visual Arts, Design, Interactive Arts, Creative Technology, Electronics, STEM/STEAM education, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent professional experience in creative electronics, interactive art, maker-based practices, or related disciplines will also be considered.
• Strong understanding of Arts Umbrella’s vision and mission, and can demonstrate the Standards for Instruction in their current practice
• Previous experience working with children and youth in educational, community, or arts-based settings.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Artistic Director of Art & Design to prepare sessional program overviews, ensuring alignment with curriculum documents and fostering positive student engagement in the classroom, with a particular focus on Creative Electronics and hands-on art-making.
• Design and deliver engaging, beginner-level programming that introduces students to creative electronics, including simple battery-powered circuits, switches, LEDs, and conductive materials, while encouraging experimentation, play, and imaginative problem-solving.
• Guide students in creating interactive and kinetic artworks that integrate basic principles of electricity and circuitry.
• Work closely with Assistants to ensure student safety and active participation throughout Arts Umbrella programs.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment by supporting assistants and community partners in bringing Arts Umbrella’s creative and educational vision to life.
• Serve as an ambassador for Arts Umbrella by maintaining clear communication with families at the start and end of each class.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed